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Published: Jun 30, 2026
Local Engineering Firm Thanks City, Introduces Local Interns
Kelvin Soko of The Soco Group LLC, an engineering, planning, and program management firm, thanked the City Council for their support over the past eight years. The Soco Group has been involved in various city projects, including electrifying the bus system, water meter spot checks, and managing the recycling center construction. Soko introduced three local interns—Miguel Chavez, Haul Juarez, and James Addison III—from Port Arthur who are gaining experience at the firm, encouraging them to pursue engineering careers. The council expressed appreciation for the firm's contribution to the community and its commitment to hiring local talent.
Lincoln Park to Receive $100,000 Grant for Upgrades
The City Council approved a resolution authorizing the city manager to accept a $100,000 grant from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for improvements at Lincoln Park. The grant will fund playground equipment, surfacing for sports courts, and site amenities at the park located at 713 West 6th Street. No cash match is required from the city.
Disabled Veteran to Receive City Lot for Affordable Home Construction
The City Council passed an ordinance authorizing the conveyance of a city-owned vacant substandard lot to Keith Carter, a disabled veteran, for the construction of an affordable, owner-occupied residential home. The conveyance is considered a public purpose, and the city manager is authorized to execute a special warranty deed.
EDC Renews Security Services Contract for SPUR 93 Business Park
The City Council approved the second year, first renewal of an agreement between the Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and SNS Investigations and Security Incorporated for security guard services at the SPUR 93 Business Park. The amount for this renewal is not to exceed $126,659. Funding is available in the EDC account for Business Park Development.
Public Hearing Held for Car Wash Redevelopment Zoning Change
The City Council held a public hearing for a proposed zoning map amendment (Z26-04) to change the zoning from low-density residential (LDR) to commercial retail (CR) for the redevelopment of a car wash at 2219 Canal Street. The property is approximately 0.2987 acres. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval (3-0 vote). Public notices were issued, and there were no written or verbal oppositions at the City Council meeting. The proposed zoning change will allow the pre-existing car wash, which has not operated in years, to legally conform to the new land use.
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